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Kentucky had lost first-place votes here and there during the season, most recently to Virginia.
With the Cavaliers' loss to Duke last week, there's little doubt which team is No. 1 now.
The lone undefeated team in Division I, Kentucky is again the...

There are showcase events, or "shootouts," at Batavia, Geneva, St. Francis and Orr on Saturday.
I'm not feeling 'em.
Conference races have entered the stretch run, and some ultimately could be decided this weekend. Here's a look at the biggest games:...

The promotional banners for Gatorade are staying, and Moraine Valley Community College sees that as a good sign.
In December, the school showed the world its new gym during an ESPN2 telecast of a game between high school powers Simeon and St. Rita....

It's time for the Orlando Magic to hire a coach who is a living legend in these parts and the greatest basketball coach this state has ever seen.
Time to hire a coach who would give the flagging franchise instant credibility, buzz and relevance....

GAINESVILLE — Long the heavyweight matchup in SEC basketball, the Florida-Kentucky game had the makings of a one-sided romp in favor of the top-ranked, unbeaten Wildcats.
But for a night, the Gators stood tall and tough during an otherwise...

Top-ranked Kentucky handled another tough test.
This one was on the road and against Southeastern Conference nemesis Florida.
Aaron Harrison scored 23 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 and the Wildcats remained unbeaten with a 68-61 victory over the...

Dean Smith did everything to bring the best out of his North Carolina players.
Sometimes that meant a handwritten note of encouragement. Other times, that meant facing what former star guard Phil Ford called "the wrath of Dean."
Smith, who led the Tar...

Towson University’s men’s basketball team unveiled a fresh new baby blue jersey to be worn Saturday against James Madison in its annual Autism Awareness game.
The Under Armour uniform, which is blue in recognition of the advocacy color for...

ESPN analyst Jay Williams describes Kentucky and Florida as "two teams trending in opposite directions."
Kentucky continues what the sports network likes to call the "pursuit of perfection."
And Florida? More like lurching in fits and starts toward...

GAINESVILLE — A lost, unsalvageable season is far from over for the Florida Gators.
With a month remaining in SEC play, the losses and indignities are sure to continue for a team lacking leadership, talent and experience. The only question seems...

Magic coach Jacque Vaughn's seat is so hot he might need to wear asbestos trousers.
His team is 15-34 and has lost 13 of its last 15 games, including seven in a row. Unhappy with the club's progress, Magic management has told the Sentinel there is no...